About us

Dungog Shire Council supports a growing rural community of 10,000 residents in the vibrant and picturesque Hunter region of NSW. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing and consistent delivery of local services that are valued by our community and will be for generations to come.

It is anticipated that our population will grow by 1.9% per annum over the next 20 years as per the Hunter Regional Plan, higher than the state growth average. With an additional 2,400 dwellings to be provided over the term of the Hunter Regional Plan, Dungog will be the second fastest growing LGA in the Hunter Region.

Dungog is ideally located just over an hour north of Newcastle and within close proximity to a range of other regional hubs in the Hunter Valley, such as Maitland and Raymond Terrace. We have an enviable lifestyle with easy access to World Heritage listed sites, such as Barrington Tops National Park.

Your next opportunity

Council is committed to the ongoing improvement, maintenance and management of its buildings and community facilities, ensuring they remain safe, accessible, fit for purpose and responsive to the evolving needs of our community.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Facilities Maintenance Officer to play a key role in undertaking, coordinating and supporting the maintenance and continuous improvement of Council's facilities.

Reporting to the Manager Recreation, Facilities and Community Services within the Infrastructure & Assets Directorate, this position will undertake and coordinate planned, preventative and reactive maintenance activities, conduct facility inspections, identify and address maintenance issues, and maintain accurate asset and facility information.

Working collaboratively with internal teams, management and external contractors, you will undertake minor repairs and maintenance works, identify opportunities for facility improvements, ensure compliance with relevant standards and contribute to the delivery of safe, functional and well-maintained community infrastructure.

The role will also support the planning and delivery of future capital improvements,



facility upgrades and maintenance programs, contributing to Council's long-term Asset Management objectives and enhancing the functionality and longevity of its facilities.

If you are a proactive, hands-on facilities maintenance professional with strong technical knowledge, practical maintenance skills, organisational capability and a commitment to improving community facilities, we encourage you to apply.

Essential selection criteria include (full criteria in the Position Description below):

- Relevant qualifications in facilities management, building maintenance, property, asset management, construction, business administration or a related discipline, or demonstrated equivalent relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience in the operation, inspection and maintenance of buildings, community facilities or a comparable property and facilities portfolio
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate planned and reactive maintenance, contractors and service providers and monitor works through to satisfactory completion
- Demonstrated stakeholder and customer service skills, including the ability to effectively liaise and negotiate with contractors, lessees, Section 355 Committees, community groups, facility users and other stakeholders
- Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple facilities, maintenance activities, competing priorities and operational risks.
- Sound knowledge of WHS, risk management and relevant compliance requirements applicable to public buildings and facilities
- Sound computer literacy and demonstrated ability to maintain accurate facility, asset, maintenance, financial and corporate records
- Current Class C NSW Driver Licence





Be rewarded This position is placed at Grade 5 of Council’s salary system and is a full-time position for a 1 (one) year fixed term period. The salary offered is in the range of $68,673 to $77,248 per annum plus 12% Superannuation.

This role works a 35-hour, 19-day month with 1 rostered day off (RDO) every 4 weeks.

Other Council advantages:

- Extra leave between the Christmas and New Year period (additional to your annual leave)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Outstanding team environment
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development: We have annual assessments for all Council employees to put plans in place for training and career progression so that you can broaden your horizons during your time with us
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years rather than 10

How to apply Thank you for your interest in working with Dungog Shire Council.

You can using our simple online application form. You are able to start an application and complete it at a time that suits you by selecting the Save For Later button.

To submit your application, please follow the below steps:

- Fill out the required personal details and online questions below
- Attach the requested documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, qualifications, licences)
- Review your application and select Confirm

What happens next? You will receive an automated acknowledgement email once you have submitted your application. We will be in touch once we have reviewed your application. Please note that Council reserves the right to review applications before the close date, so we recommend you apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.

Please be aware that Council is required to complete pre-employment checks on recommended candidates prior to an offer of employment. These may include reference checks, a pre-employment medical assessment, a criminal history check and/or a psychometric assessment.

For further information, please contact: Damian Morris, Director Infrastructure & Assets on 4995 7777

Applications close: Sunday 15 November 2026 AEST 11:59 PM

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